About the Scholarship

U.S. college sophomores who plan to pursue careers in the dairy industry are eligible for this award. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Application requirements for the NDS Sophomore Merit Scholarship are:Recommendation letters (2) Application form Official Transcript

Eligibility Criteria

This award is for U.S. students. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be currently enrolled in his/her sophomore year in a four-year college or university. Must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Must pursue a career in the dairy industry or a related occupation. Major areas include dairy production; dairy or agricultural economics or accounting; dairy research scientist; dairy genetics; dairy equipment; dairy feed or pharmaceutical marketing or sales; dairy consultant; dairy extension or university dairy professor.In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:Sign Up To View

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